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Members Guide 2012‐2013 

 “To Make the Best Be er” 

        

“Learning By Doing”   

LAMPASAS COUNTY

Lampasas Co. Extension Office Staff:

Heath Lusty County Extension Agent – Ag/Natural Resources

Karen DeZarn

County Extension Agent - Family & Consumer Sciences

Karen Longoria Better Living for Texas Program Assistant

Mary Kemper

Secretary

Contact Information:

Mailing Address: Lampasas County Extension 409 S. Pecan St PO Box 231 Lampasas, TX 76550 Phone #: (512) 556-8271 Ext 140 e-mail: lampasas@ag.tamu.edu Website: http://lampasas.agrilife.org

ROUND-UP, EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION, &

SHARE THE FUN These contests are conducted annually at the County, District, and State levels. Method demonstrations are planned presentations prepared by an individual or team of 4-H members and presented to groups with the use of posters and demonstration materials. These presentations should relate information the 4-H member has learned through work. Simply stated, these are ways of “showing and telling” others how to make or do something and shar-ing useful information. Subject divisions for Method Demon-stration include companion animals, clothing, foods, health, beef, family life, horse, poultry, sheep & goats, electric en-ergy, safety, and an open class. Share the Fun is a short 5 to 6 minute skit, song, or dance to provide for social, cultural and leadership development of the 4-H Youth. 4-H members participate in Method Demonstrations and Share the Fun routines as a fun way to learn to speak and interact in front of people and develop their own leadership skills and positive self-concepts. Also through this participation 4-H members develop knowledge and skills in several projects and subject matter areas. Age Requirements: County & District: 9 or in the 3rd grade—19 State: 9th grade—19 ENROLL TODAY AT: https://texas.4honline.com

ROOKIE AWARD This award is presented to a Junior 4-H member. The following requirements must be met: 1. The member must be at least 9-11 years old or at least

in 3rd grade and not older than 11 years of age at the time that the application is submitted and must have completed a minimum of one year in the 4-H program.

2. The member must submit a current record book and an application form in the year he or she is to be considered for the award. 3. The member must complete a 15-30 minute interview with the panel of judges. 4. The 4-H member must have completed projects in two different areas including one citizenship and community service activity.

In support of the youth development mission of 4‐H, the purpose of the 4‐H Clover Kids Program is to help youth learn social skills, rein‐force formal school programs through informal, noncompe ve ex‐perien al educa onal projects and ac vi es, develop self‐esteem and build family strengths. The annual par cipa on fee does not pertain to Clover Kids. Age Requirements Texas AgriLife Extension Service extends a limited version of the 

4‐H experience to youth in grades K‐2 as "4‐H Clover Kids." This age category is further defined as youth who are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten on September 1 and have not entered the third grade on September 1. 

Clover Kids are not eligible to serve as club officers, nor are they eligible to par cipate in judged ac vi es, recogni on programs, and compe ve events reserved for older youth.

4-H is a non-profit youth educational program to develop youth through the involvement of parents, other adults and volunteers who organize and conduct learning experiences for youth in a community setting. In the 4-H program your son or daughter can grow in knowledge, skills, citizenship and leadership.

1. Working with adult volunteer leaders to make new friends through 4-H meetings and activities. 2. Feeling a sense of accomplishment and developing self-confidence through “learning-by-doing.” 3. Developing leadership and the ability to speak before a group. 4. Exploring projects that may lead to future careers and leisure-time skills recognizing growth and achievement in areas of interest.

What is most important, is having FUN while being involved in 4-H!

ENROLL TODAY AT: https://texas.4honline.com

MOTTO: “To Make The Best Better” EMBLEM:

The 4-H emblem is the 4 leaf clover with the letter “H” on each leaf, standing for head, heart, hands and health. The 4-H Clover and name are protected under 18 U.S.C. 707. Permission is required to duplicate it.

PLEDGE:

I pledge: My head to clearer thinking, My heart to greater loyalty, My hands to larger service and My health to better living, for my club, my community, my country and my world. PRAYER: Help me, Oh Lord, to live so that the world may be a little better, because Thou didst make me. COLORS: The 4-H colors are green and white. Green is nature’s most common color and represents life, springtime and youth. White symbolizes purity. 4-H YEAR: September 1 to August 31 FEE: $20.00 if enrolled by Oct. 31st, 2012. $25 after that.

SILVER STAR

This award may be awarded to an intermediate 4-H member who submits a record book Candidates are judged by a personal interview and the following requirements must be met: 1. The member must be between 12-14 years of age at the

time that the application is submitted and must have completed at least 2 years in 4-H, including the current year.

2. The member must submit a current record book and an application form in the year he or she is to be considered for the award. 4. The 4-H member must have completed projects in three different project areas, including submission of appropriate record forms, and have participated in one or more activities in at least three of the following areas: method demonstrations/4-H presentation, contests, projects, project exhibits, camps, leadership labs/teen retreats, citizenship activities and/or public relations. 5. The member must have exhibited leadership skills by

having served as an officer or committee member (club or county level) and/or as a junior leader in an activity or project with the supervision of an adult leader. The 4-H member must also have participated in one or more community service activities.

 

Note: The requirements for projects and activities do not all have to be completed in the current year. A record book must be turned in. The member must have exhibited leadership skills by serving as a 4-H officer or committee chair-man (club, county, district or state), and/or as a jun-ior or teen leader in an activity or project with or un-der the supervision of an adult volunteer leader. The 4-H member must have participated in one or more community service activities. Examples are working with or counseling junior 4-H members; participat-ing in community service projects (individual, group or club); and motivating other 4-H members through participation in demonstrations, projects and/or ex-hibits.

Gold Star Award  AGE OF 4-H MEMBERS: Any youth may become a member of 4-H

when he or she has reached 9 years old, or 8 years old and has entered the third grade. “Entered the third grade” is interpreted as: on September 1 of the year that the member is enrolled in the third grade.

A youth’s eligibility for membership expires August 31 of the calendar year in which the 19th birthday occurs.

Special education youth who are older than 19 and have not graduated from high school may participate in the 4-H & Youth Development programs as members if approved by the County Extension Agent. Participation is limited to the club or county level. County Extension Faculty have the option, on a case-by-case basis, to allow special education youth older than 19 to participate in competitive events at the club or county level. Clover Kids age is for grades K-2.

ENROLL TODAY AT: https://texas.4honline.com

Sulphur Creek Club 3rd Tuesday of month - 5:30 p.m. Lampasas County Annex Conf. Room Leader – Becca Dishman - 512-556-3763 & Mandy Gautier—713-504-5223 Kempner-Oakalla Club 2nd Monday of the month - 6 p.m. Oakalla Community Building Leaders – Robin Allen - 713-530-6545 & Steffani Seaver - 254-238-2532 Taylor Creek Club TBA - Date & Time Taylor Creek Elementary School Cafeteria Leader—Alicia Menard - 254-449-2007

GOLD STAR The Gold Star Award is the highest county achievement award and will be awarded only once in a member’s 4-H career. Counties have award quotas based on the number of senior 4-H members. The award is presented to the most deserving young people without regard to sex. The following are minimum requirements that must be met. 1. The member must be at least 15 years of age at

the time that the application is completed and must have completed at least 3 years in 4-H, including the current year.

2. The 4-H member must submit an awards program record book in the year he/she is to be considered for the award.

3. The member must complete a 15-30 minute interview with the panel of judges.

4. The 4-H member must have completed projects in three different project areas, have submitted appropriate record forms, and have participated in one or more activities in at least three of the following areas: Method Demonstrations/4-H presentation contest Citizenship activities Projects Camps Leadership Labs Public relations (speeches, poster displays, radio, TV, newspapers) Other (includes exchange programs, fund raising,

TEXAS 4-H CONGRESS

Open to 4-H members ages 15 – 19 as of August 31. Texas 4-H Congress is an educational program focused on leadership, citizenship, cultural heritage and career exploration. The Austin Congress is a 4-H Legislative program held every other year.

(even years)

LEADERSHIP LAB

This is a 2 ½ day leadership activity held in June or July. The lab is open to 4-H members 13 – 19 from each county. This camp also gives county officers the opportunity to run for District Office. In 2013 Leadership Lab will be in New Mexico.

SPECTRA

This is a project oriented weekend camp that is

held in the summer. Exciting programs are offered in various career tracts. Spectra is open to all 4-H members 13 – 19 years of age as of the opening of

camp.

PRIME TIME

Prime Time helps with youth ages 9 – 13 learn interpersonal skills and develop lifetime

friendships. Programming focuses on educational and recreational experiences, with emphasis on

helping young people understand the opportunities that are available in the future. Sessions are

scheduled in July.

Lampasas Club (including Clover Kids) 3rd Tuesday of month - 5:00 p.m. Lampasas Boys & Girls Club Leaders – Karen DeZarn & Karen Longoria 512-556-8271 Swine Club 1st Tuesday of month – 5:30 p.m. LCYLA Showbarn Leaders – Judy Kennedy - 512-734-0180 Heath Lusty - 817-584-6628

Educational programs conducted by the Texas AgriLife Extension serve people of all ages

regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.

September Enrollment

Foods & Nutrition Project Starts Swine Sales Start

County Officer/Adult Leader Training

October Sheep & Goat Validation

National 4-H Week 4-H One Day Project County Food Show

November

Swine Validation Stock Show Entries Due

District 7 Gold Star Banquet District Food Show—Abilene

December

District Livestock Judging Contest District Swine Show—Lampasas

Lometa Stock Show Food Challenge—Coleman

District Livestock Judging—San Angelo

January County Stock Show District Stock Show

Fort Worth Stock Show Clothing & Textiles Project Starts

February

Consumer Decision Making San Antonio Stock Show San Angelo Stock Show

4-H Scholarship Applications Due

PROJECTS  

        More information and project guides available at the Extension office. Age requirements: 9 or in 3rd grade – 19   

SWINE POULTRY RABBIT

BEEF SHEEP GOAT

The 4-H Photography Project encourages self-expression by participants in all age groups. This project teaches the proper use of photographic equipment and film and print developing processes through hands-on participation. Photography provides opportunities for career exploration and promoting 4-H. There will be scheduled workshops. Participants in this project will gain insight into a wide

range of potential careers associated with photography. County contest is mid May District contest is early April Participation in contests is not required. Age requirements: County: ages 9-19 District: 3rd grade—19 State: 9th grade—19

PHOTOGRAPHY

March Houston Stock Show

Star of Texas Stock Show County Photography Judging

April

District Fashion Show Leaders for Life

Horse/Beef Quiz Bowl District Contests

May District 7 Roundup

Officer/Leader Selection for Clubs

June District 7 Leadership Lab (New Mexico in 2013)

State 4-H Round-up Mission Possible Camp

Steer Validation & State Fair Validation (all species) Lamb & Goat Sales Start

County Award Applications

July Record Books

Primetime Camp Spectra Camp

District Record Book Judging

August District 7 Fall Meeting

State Record Book Judging County Awards Banquet

District 7 Silver Star Awards Dinner

Other Activities Texas 4-H Congress in Austin – every other summer

(even years)

4‐Her’s In Ac on 

Workshop held March—June Categories. Buying Category: Cost analysis of 3 garments or out-

fits, including the care and wearability of garment, and how it fits in wardrobe. Pick one garment or outfit and wear for fashion show and tell why this garment was chosen

Construction Category: Pick pattern, fabric, and make garment yourself. Learn how to care for fabric, fabric content, and how garment fits in wardrobe. Wear the finished garment for contest.

Fashion Storyboard: Choose up to 4 categories and do a design board based on the theme of the year.

4-H members should participate in the clothing and textiles project meetings conducted by adult volunteers.

County Sr. Fashion show held in April, District Sr. Fashion Show held in May. State Sr. Fashion Show held at 4-H Round-up in College Station in the middle of June.

County Jr./Int. Fashion show held the end of June. District Jr./Int. Fashion show held the middle of July. Age for County: 8-19 Age for District: 3rd grade—19 Age for State: 9th grade -19 (The Jr./Int. Fashion Show also includes jewelry

making, and non-apparel sewing such as pillows, tote bags, quilts, aprons, etc.)

Workshops done by leaders of club and/or FCS Agent (approx. 4-6 meetings) Project runs September thru December Workshops include learning about the food groups, the amount of servings needed, food preparation techniques, and preparing a meal Contests- Food Show—you bring a nutritious dish prepared at home. Food Challenge - Team of 3-5 make a dish from ingredients without a recipe. Team figures cost per serving and nutrients in dish Foods and Nutrition Quiz Bowl - Team of 5 compete against other counties teams in the district. Participants should be knowledgeable about preparation, Nutrients & how it effects the body, MyPyramid. Participation in contest is not required. The workshops are for everyone. County Food Show is held the end of October District Food Show is held in middle of November District F&N Quiz Bowl is held the end of Nov. District Food Challenge is held first of Dec. State Food Show held at State 4-H Roundup at a major university in the middle of June Age for County : 7-19 Age for District : 3rd Grade—19 years of age

4‐H clubs are  encouraged to fulfill  

community service projects.   Our clubs adopt a Hwy. , makes Christmas bags for elderly and quilts for the needy. 

Other projects could include:  Cleaning community cemeteries  Food Drives  River Clean‐up  Clothing Drives  Volunteering  me for community projects  Scholarship Fundraisers  Bake Sales 

SHOTGUN & RIFLE PROJECT Orientation– TBA State match held in the Summer National Match held in June or July Contests include a test, shooting from prone, sitting, kneeling, and standing positions Must participate in all the workshops to be eligible Age Requirements: 3rd grade—19 Contacts: Bobby Gene Carroll - 512-525-1540 David Gholson - 512-734-7909 & 512-556-8382 Lampasas Extension Office -512-556-8271 Ext 140

ARCHERY

Hoping to add 4-H archery in spring of 2013

CONSUMER DECISIONMAKING Good consumer skills can help you get more for your money. Consumer Decision Making gives youth the opportunity to make wise decisions when shopping. Consumer Decision Making is a judging contest designed to teach kids to observe, compare and make consumer based decisions based on facts. 4-Hers use their consumer knowledge to rank similarly based products to fit a given scenario. Kids learn to organize their thoughts and to defend their decisions in oral reasons. Jr. (grades 3-5), Intermediate (grades 6-8), and Sr. (grades 9-12) teams of 3-4 can com-pete at the district level. Winning Sr. teams can advance to state level. Age Requirements: 3rd grade—19 Contact: Karen DeZarn